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Hume Lake
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Hume Lake
Giant Sequoia National Monument
This 87-acre lake is formed by a unique multiple arch dam, constructed in 1908. Built to support a large, commercial logging operation, the lake supplied water to the longest lumber flume transporting logs to the Central Valley. Today the lake is a favorite, year-round recreation destination where visitors enjoy fishing, non-motorized boating, hiking, mountain biking, and camping during the summer months, and snow play during the winter. An interpretive trail follows the shoreline of the lake. Reservations are strongly recommended for Hume Lake Campground.
Tenmile Road. Forest Road 13S09 is an alternate route to Hume Lake from the Generals Highway. Landslide and Tenmile campgrounds provide family camping opportunities and group camping is available at Logger Flat and Aspen Hollow from Memorial Day to Labor Day. During the winter this area is popular for snow shoeing, cross country skiing, OHV and snow play.
Bearskin Grove offers the rare opportunity to photograph an entire mature sequoia in one frame. Hiking through the grove, you’ll find a mix of young and old sequoias; about 50 measuring over 6 feet in diameter. Take Tenmile Road (Forest Road 13S09) to Forest Road 13S02, then 13S98 to enter the grove.
Hume Lake Christian Camp. This privately-owned camp is located at the west end of Hume Lake at the inlet of Long Meadow Creek. Open to the public year-round, the facility operates a seasonal snack shop and a market. The market is open daily 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. For information call 559-335-2000, www.humelake.org.